The NEW Volk Blumenthal Suturelysis lens assists in suture removal after glaucoma surgery by enabling you to cut sutures that were inac-cessible with prior suturelysis lens designs. The lens magnifies the suture appearance 2 to 3 times - allowing enhanced visibility for difficult situations, as well as smooth suturelysis in routine cases. The pointed tip provides a strong compressive force that adds to the stabilization of the treated area. This feature provides particular benefit in patients with thick Tenon’s layer or a subconjunctival hemorrhage.